Events
Lullaby League with Stages Chicago
Anshe Emet Synagogue 3751 North Broadway, Chicago, IL, United StatesDuring this music class, your Broadway Baby will be introduced to new songs and sensory experiences designed with their unique needs in mind. After music time, you'll have the chance to connect with other parents and caregivers and ask us all of your burning child development questions! Lullaby League was created by Stages Chicago founder,...
jBaby LEAP Into Shabbat | April 17 – May 15, 2026
Chicago Jewish Day School 3730 N. California, Chicago, IL, United StatesCJDS is thrilled to partner with with jBaby Chicago for LEAP into Shabbat! LEAP (Learn Experience Appreciate and Play) into Shabbat is CJDS's tot Shabbat program where children ages 0-3 and their parents have an opportunity to learn about and celebrate Shabbat. Each week your child will experience different activities and songs related to Shabbat!...
jBaby Shabbat Shirah | Fridays April 24 – May 15
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School 3751 North Broadway Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us at Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School for the opportunity to meet other parents/caregivers in the community. Sing, dance, play, and enjoy Shabbat traditions and songs with your child. This class is best for kids ages 6-24 months, but babies are welcome.
Shoresh Tot Time – 05/15/2026
KAM Isaiah Israel 5039 S Greenwood Ave, Chicago, ILEmbrace Jewish time and ease into the evening with your little ones! Once a month during the school year, join us for a joyful Friday evening Tot Time at 4:30 PM with crafts, stories, and music. Come together with the entire Shoresh community for candle-lighting at 5:45 PM to add a beautiful moment to welcome...
Tot Kabbalat Shabbat Service and Dinner
Friday, May 15 Join AES clergy for a family-friendly musical Shabbat service, followed by Shabbat dinner and activities for kids 0 – 5 years. 4:45 – 5pm: Pre-service snacks 5 - 5:30pm: Tot Shabbat Service 5:30 – 6:30pm: Shabbat dinner and activities
Shabark Shalom
Join us for Shabark Shalom, a joyful outdoor Shabbat experience for the whole family… and your four-legged friends! Sponsored by Furever Home Dog Sanctuary, this special Shabbat gathering will include play time, a Barkarit service, and plenty of wagging tails. Kids will have the opportunity to participate in a unique program where they can read...
Baby & Me Yoga Class – 05/17/2026
Shir Hadash 200 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL, United StatesYoga class will be from 10:00-10:45am and then Snacks & Schmooze from 10:45-11:00.
YLD and TOV Beach Clean-up
Join YLD and TOV at our beach clean-up! We'll collect trash at North Ave Beach and log the waste with the Alliance for the Great Lakes. This will be part of one of the world’s largest citizen science efforts to better understand the types of pollutants affecting our lakes.
Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois hybrid meeting
“Early Jewish Settlement in Illinois” will be the lecture topic of genealogist Suzanne Hoffman for the Sunday, May 17, 2026, Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois hybrid meeting. Her talk will begin at 2 p.m. CDT via Zoom and at Temple Beth-El, 3610 Dundee Road, Northbrook, Illinois, where she will be speaking in person. Please register/RSVP...
Apachi Summer Kickoff
Get ready for summer fun with a special family day at the best place under the sun! Together, families can explore Garoon Gateway to Science, play mini golf, make friendship bracelets and lanyards, and share s'mores and more. It's a fun and meaningful way to spend time together, make happy memories and count down the...
JUF Young Families Celebrates Jewish American Heritage Month
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with JUF Young Families at the Chicago History Museum! Bring the whole family for a fun, hands‑on afternoon where history comes alive. Kids will meet actors portraying famous Jewish Americans from across time, explore the amazing Chicago History Museum, and enjoy interactive activities that spark curiosity and connection. It’s a...
Pronouns, Pride & Jewish Belonging
Join CJE Metro and Keshet: For LGBTQ+ Equality in Jewish Life for an engaging workshop focused on LGBTQ+ belonging in Jewish life—with special attention to understanding and using pronouns as a tool for inclusion. Together, we’ll explore core LGBTQ+ terms and concepts, connect LGBTQ+ equality with Jewish values, and practice language tools that help create...